Exam Information - Key things to know
Student ID Card
Don’t forget your current DCU Student ID Card - you’ll need it for all of your exams. It must be valid and legible, and you’ll place it on your exam desk so the invigilator can check it.
If you have an issue with your student card visit Registry well ahead of the start of the exams for a replacement.
Exam Number
You’ll be able to find your unique six digit exam number when you log in to retrieve your timetable via Student Apps. It’s important that you remember this, as you’ll need it for every exam venue.
Electronics
Your phone must be switched off and placed under your desk during all of your exams. Digital devices other than a standard scientific calculator are not permitted in the exam hall.
Do a quick check before you come in to ensure you’ve taken your earphones out. Using electronic devices will result in disciplinary action.
Location
DCU is a multi-campus location, so there might be times when you’ve an exam on a different campus than you’re used to.
Exams that are taking place on campus will be clearly marked as ON CAMPUS and the campus will be indicated - GLA for Glasnevin Campus or SPC for St Patrick's Campus.
If your exam venue does not reference ON CAMPUS, it will be conducted remotely.
Items you are not allowed to bring into the exam hall:
- Notes of any kind.
- Writing of any nature on one’s person, eg. hands/arms etc.
- Annotations on the back of calculators.
- Pencil cases/Glasses cases.
- Bags/Handbags (Personal belongings must be left at the back of the exam hall).
- Digital devices
- Electronic dictionaries
Items you are allowed to bring into the exam hall:
- Highlighter Pens
- Pens & Pencils
- Sharpeners & Erasers
- Student ID Card
- Tippex/Tippex Pen
- Compass
- Water Bottle
- Rulers
Further Exam Information
Visit the Examinations Office | Registry page for additional information including regulations, policies, and timetables .